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SUNY Ulster Holds Virtual Financial Aid Workshops

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SUNY Ulster Holds Virtual Financial Aid Workshops

February 24, 2023 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster has scheduled multiple financial aid workshops to be held on Zoom. During the workshop, students can expect to get help from a SUNY Ulster Financial Aid Counselor in completing their 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Registration is required. The workshops will be held from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the following dates:

  • March 9, 2023
  • April 6, 2023
  • May 11, 2023
  • June 1, 2023

 

Please have your 2021 tax information on hand before the workshop begins which includes your W-2 forms, federal tax returns, and any other income or asset documents. For more information, contact Kathleen Hasbrouck at 845-687-5217.

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SBDC Appoints New Regional Director, Welcomes New Counselor 

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February 10, 2023 – Stone Ridge, NY – The SUNY Ulster Mid-Hudson Small Business Development Center located in Kingston, NY has appointed a new Regional Director, Sam Kandel.

Sam Kandel has been an active member of the Small Business Development Center since 2002 and has previously served as Advanced Certified Business Advisor, Associate Director, and Interim Director.

Having been nominated for Business Advisor of the Year a dozen times, Kandel had won almost half of the nominations, most recently being awarded this title in 2020. He was also selected as the New York State Star, a national honor two times. Now as SBDC Regional Director, he manages the day-to-day operations of the Mid-Hudson Regional Center, hosted by SUNY Ulster, and continues to honor the organization’s mission.  The Center works closely with local and State economic development entities; with SUNY faculty, staff and students; and with representatives from private industry, small businesses and entrepreneurs throughout the region.

Janaina Barham-Middleton, a small business owner in Walden, was hired as a full-time Small Business Development Center Counselor. Barham-Middleton’s experience as a small business owner and educator allows her to understand the unique challenges companies face. Her main goal is to help people move to the next level in their desired journey.

The SBDC provides expert management and technical assistance to start-up and existing businesses across the state. The New York SBDC is administered by State University of New York and funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of New York, and host campuses. The SBDC emphasizes counseling and training services to women, veterans, people with special needs, and minority clients.

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This week’s #MadeitMonday goes out to Dina Peone!

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Liberal Arts: Humanities & Social Sciences and Creative Writing: Dina Peone ‘13

Since graduating with an Associate degree in Liberal Arts in 2013 Dina Peone has gone on to share her writing talents with others! Currently a lecturer at the University of Chicago,  Peone has committed herself to helping others with their writing by designing and teaching unique nonfiction writing courses.

Six years before Peone enrolled at SUNY Ulster, she sustained a severe burn injury that nearly took her life and ability to write. During her time at SUNY Ulster, she recovered some of the confidence she would need to continue pursuing her goals. “SUNY Ulster is where I discovered a structured, community-supported environment in which I could safely begin writing about the fire.”   She adds that the College allowed her to “recognize that the fire had not destroyed [her] potential”. 

With unwavering spirit, Peone continued striving for excellence. After completing her degree at SUNY Ulster Dina Peone was accepted to her top school, Sarah Lawrence where she attained a Bachelor’s degree, and swears SUNY Ulster played a pivotal role in that success, “SUNY Ulster’s consistent recognition of my efforts is one reason I got accepted by seven out of eight four-year colleges”. Once enrolled at Sarah Lawrence College, Peone’s love for writing continued to flourish and enabled her to be a co-founder of a literary journal titled Cliffhanger, where she served as editor-in-chief.  

Dina went on to earn her MFA in nonfiction at the prestigious University of Iowa (’18) and then joined the Iowa faculty as a Visiting Assistant Professor and taught the Nonfiction Writing Program’s first-ever online course.

Today, Peone is teaching her own thesis workshop as well as being a thesis adviser to undergraduate students at U. Chi. Reflecting on her trials and tribulations Peone was ecstatic to share the passion SUNY Ulster had ignited in her and the tremendous gratitude she had for the college. “To my great delight, I am continuously learning what I am capable of. I now fully believe that, at any given time, I am capable of achieving far more than I can imagine.” – Dina Peone

 

SUNY Ulster Presents “The Growing Threat of Domestic Violent Extremism” on December 2, 2022

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SUNY Ulster Presents “The Growing Threat of Domestic Violent Extremism”
in the Quimby Theater on December 2, 2022

November 17, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion welcomes Catrina Doxsee, Associate Director and Associate Fellow of the Transnational Threats Project, to discuss domestic terrorism on Friday, December 2 at 12 p.m., in the Quimby Theater in Vanderlyn Hall on the Stone Ridge campus. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

For the Transnational Threats Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Catrina Doxsee analyzes international and domestic terrorism and the irregular activities of countries such as Iran, Russia, and China.

In recent years, the United States has seen historically high levels of domestic terrorist activity and a wide range of conspiracy theories and disinformation produced by individuals with violent extremist beliefs. During this event, Doxsee will discuss recent trends in domestic extremist violence, the impact of disinformation, how these problems may manifest, and how they can be prevented at a community level.  The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

Included in the discussion:

  • How we define and think about domestic terrorism and violent extremism
  • Major ideologies behind extremist violence in the United States
  • Recent trends in domestic terrorist attacks, including number, targets, weapons, and location
  • Domestic violent extremism in the context of New York State and Ulster County
  • Related phenomena, including disinformation, racism, and dehumanizing language
  • The role of social media and other online platforms
  • Ways to counter extremism at all levels—from national policy to local community action

For more information, contact Candice VanDyke, Chief Diversity Officer at SUNY Ulster at vandykec@sunyulster.edu. Covid-19 screening for guests will take place during check-in.

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Enrollment & Success Center Hosts Two Events

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The Enrollment & Success Center at SUNY Ulster Presents Discover the Arts and SUNY Financial Aid Day 

Discover the Arts November 9, 2022, 4 -7 p.m. 

SUNY Financial Aid Day November 12, 2022, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

November 4, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – The SUNY Ulster Enrollment & Success Center invites you to the Stone Ridge campus to learn about the Arts programs at SUNY Ulster as well as Financial Aid.

 During Discover the Arts, prospective students are invited to participate in an optional Portfolio Review of their work and preview a SUNY Ulster Student Works Showcase. The schedule includes a presentation about the Fine Arts Program, a Student Works Showcase, and an Application Workshop. Art Area Tours featuring the Gallery, Print Shop, Mac Lab, Mac Studio, and Inner Space. Registration is required .

During Financial Aid Day, SUNY Ulster will offer area high school seniors with plans to attend any SUNY school in fall 2023 with hands-on assistance completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SUNY Ulster’s Admissions staff will also be available to speak with those interested in learning more about SUNY Ulster and its programs. Campus tours will be offered. Registration is required.  To complete the FAFSA with a SUNY Ulster specialist, bring the following:

  • Federal Student Aid ID and Passwords for parent and student. Register for an FSA ID at studentaid.gov.
  • 2021 Tax documents including your federal and state tax returns, W-2 statements, and other income statements
  • 2021 untaxed income information, such as child support paid or received
  • Asset information
  • Driver’s license (student)
  • Social security numbers for student and parent
  • Alien registration card (permanent residents of US)

The Enrollment & Success Center team is dedicated to helping you every step of the way through your college journey, from admissions through graduation. For more information, email esc@sunyulster.edu.

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Students from Any College Can Earn Three Credits in Three Weeks

October 14, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s Winter*net session, which begins January 2 and runs through January 21, offers three-week online courses that allow SUNY Ulster and visiting students the ability to earn credits quickly and affordably.

Winter offerings include popular general education required classes and electives in the sciences, business, history, social sciences, languages, and more at a cost of $200 per credit in-state tuition.

The online format and accelerated class schedule can help students get a jump-start on their spring semester, complete a required course, or explore a new area of interest.

To learn more about Winter*net courses and register online, visit sunyulster.edu/winternet.

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Winternet Earn 3 credits in 3 weeks

10 Tips from a 2nd Year Student That I Wished I Knew as a First Year

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  1. Create a good rapport with your professors; it makes classes more enjoyable that way.

  2. The website you use for your assignments may take a bit to learn, but once you do it a few times it becomes easier to navigate.

  3. Ask your professors about clubs. There might be a few that are not in session but could start up again if it gains enough following.

  4. Your professors are here to help so don’t be afraid to email them questions. It can be a problem when professors don’t email back, if that happens don’t be afraid to speak out and ask other professors for help.

  5. If you have a scholarship like the College Scholar’s Scholarship it may not take effect and pay for your tuition until after you start classes. Keep up to date with its processing but know that you might miss the tuition due date.

  6. Don’t be afraid to talk to your fellow classmates, even if they might not be the same age as you.

  7. Take the class that you’re on the edge about taking because even if you don’t like it you will ultimately learn something from that experience.

  8. Everyone here regardless of what department they’re in will try and help you to the best of their ability –  whether they can help you directly or point you to the correct department.

  9. There is a place called the “Zen Den” where students can relax in a calm environment with access to amenities provided there.

  10. Put the public safety office’s phone number on your phone. This campus is pretty safe and I have never had a problem. This is just in case something ever did happen, you’ll have a direct line to help. 

President’s and Dean’s Lists for Spring 2022

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June 21, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster releases its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester.

Full-Time President’s List

A total of 104 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Dr. Alan P. Roberts, President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 and higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Spring 2022 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Celeste Atkins, Connor Casey, Sophie McCarthy, Neva Suszczynski.
  • Amenia:  Rebecca Venezia.
  • Bloomington:  Rebecca Bradford.
  • Clifton Park:  Lance Eisele.
  • Cottekill:  Cali Kircher.
  • Ellenville:  Margaret Melanson, Jasmin Nunuvero, Janeliz Pellot-Hilerio, Jessica Yushuvayeva.
  • Flushing:  Kaja Deren.
  • Gardiner:  Brooke-Lynn Caso, Ariel Pazer.
  • Glasco:  Kylee Sullivan.
  • Goshen:  Michael Glick.
  • High Falls:  Lennon Bass, Hiroshi Sawka Hamaguchi.
  • Hudson:  Amanda Cuerbo.
  • Hurley:  Hannah Bear, Sarah Kiersted, Colter Mazur, Christina Osterhoudt, Nathaniel Parker, John Perry, Conner Quick.
  • Kerhonkson:  Jennifer Callan, Danny Fallaha, Berlin Koehler, Pavlo Mysak, James Thompson.
  • Kingston:  Jefferson Aguirre Urrutia, Megan Carpinelli, Kyra Hernandez, Gabrielle Keller, Mudasir Khan, Nina Milgrim, Hannah Ortman, Maruiam Razaque, Olivia Schmidt, Gabriella Sheth, Brandi Thomas, Madison Tuey, Jessica Whittle, Kaitlyn Zoller.
  • Lake Katrine:  Summer Donaldson, Mikyla Hough, Dominick Policastro.
  • Middletown:  Devon Pelton.
  • Mount Tremper:  Megan Sorbellini.
  • Napanoch:  Megan McGovern, Tessa Morris.
  • New Paltz:  Andrew Barrese, Shawn Becker, Alicia Hagen, Arianna Moore, Kelli Nielson, Ava Sarubbi, Andrew Sykut, Sarah Tanner, Maya Todd, Julia Whitworth.
  • Newburgh:  Jesus Martinez, Erik Sickler.
  • Olivebridge:  Cheyenne Newton.
  • Phillipsport:  Hannah Irwin.
  • Pine Bush:  Caterina Salazar, Lorelei Siegel.
  • Port Ewen:  Chase Deising, Matthew Wenzel.
  • Port Jervis:  Justin Drew.
  • Poughkeepsie:  Tierney Braden, Sierra Madison.
  • Rosendale:  Leah Dirks.
  • Saugerties:  Tiffany Appollonia, Meredith Becnel, Grace Donlan, Annika Fisher, Mary Kazolias, Seth Martin, Mateo Mercado, Ethan Montfort, Joshua Moon, Evan Olsen, Kaylie Quinn, Annike Rell, Susanna Svensson, Bryan Webber.
  • Shokan:  Catherine Stafford.
  • South Ozone Park:  Yasmeen Zaid.
  • South Richmond Hill:  Ayesha Ilyas, Maryam Ilyas.
  • Stone Ridge:  Michael Cisneros.
  • Tillson:  Austin Britten, Kaitlyn Curran, Devon Lanman.
  • Ulster Park:  Makayla Fryling, Georgia Johns, Natasha Wareham.
  • Wallkill:  Shana Hager, Yulissa Rosello.
  • West Hurley:  Brian Strenge.
  • Woodstock:  Asia Gross.

Part-Time President’s List

A total of 27 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Dr. Alan P. Roberts, President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 or higher, plus other requirements.

The part-time Spring 2022 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Patrick Ruger.
  • Cottekill:  Ethan Koch, Gianna Koch.
  • Gardiner:  Caitlyn Saraceno.
  • High Falls:  Kate Larson.
  • Highland:  Ava Mazzetti.
  • Hopewell Junction:  Jennifer Elie, Melody Sanni-Thomas.
  • Hurley:  Thomasina Citron, Carol Ruffini.
  • Kerhonkson:  Catarina Lutin, Cassidy Shuman.
  • Kingston:  Heather Foster, Sadie Gordon, Kelsey Merrow, Jillian Pacheco, Julia Palmer, Heather Rubi.
  • Lake Katrine:  Linnea Detweiler.
  • Marlboro:  Dakota Wolff.
  • Rosendale:  Emily McDowell.
  • Saugerties:  Trevor Cashara, Gordon Vought.
  • Stone Ridge:  Amelia Capen.
  • Ulster Park:  Rileigh O’Brien.
  • Wallkill:  Vernon Parker.
  • West Hurley:  Meleah Danner.

Full-Time Dean’s List

 A total of 124 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester, reported Kevin R. Stoner, Vice-President for Academic Affairs, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Spring 2022 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Logan Erlwein, Alexandra Gil.
  • Averill Park:  Jordan Kennedy.
  • Beacon:  Nicholas Anzovino.
  • Bloomingburg:  Saige Mae Reisert.
  • Bloomington:  Alexandra Traina.
  • Brooklyn:  Jack Fernandez.
  • Cottekill:  Daniel Harkin.
  • Ellenville:  Sergio Gomez, Kyle Guiney, Douglas Lewis, Hasan Lewis, Jacquelyn Nunuvero, Henry Spencer, Renee Spencer.
  • Gardiner:  Avani Schmeltz.
  • Glasco:  Madison Suardy.
  • Glenford:  Grace Van Dyke.
  • Highland:  Austin DiValentino, Ashley Morrow, Samantha Wimberly.
  • Highland Mills:  Alice Rodriguez.
  • Hurley:  Travis Decker, Ana Homer.
  • Kerhonkson:  Italia DeGrote, Audrey Fitzmaurice, Cade Keil, Kendra Lake, Gillian Marcel.
  • Kingston:  Rowann Abosharr, Lea Avery, Robert Benson, Garrison Benz, Erika Berardi, Stacy Boice, Ashley Campbell, William Conner, Jillian DiToro, Alexander Dixon, Ryan Dixon, Cameron Drake, Honey Dugueles, Ashly Felter, Syndell Foster, Nicole Goins, Isabella Harrell, Jacobus Hockx, Vera Hrab, Sophia Kearney, Allen Kozlowski, Danny Martinez, Jared Mataraza, Hannah Mathe, Casey Ngo, Damian Nunez, Samantha Olson, David Osterhoudt, Elvira Rodriguez, Francis Sargenti, Ian Sickler, Ava Simonini, Enma Villacis.
  • Lake Katrine:  Brian Lopez, Collin Smith, Jonathan Traver.
  • Marlboro:  Cooper Ross.
  • Middletown:  Bruce Barclay, Samantha Maurizzio.
  • Millerton:  Tyrone Lawson.
  • Modena:  Karley Badner.
  • Mount Marion:  Justin Winkleman.
  • Napanoch:  Nicklos Alvarado.
  • New Paltz:  Peyton Goldleaf, Jason Harding, Alexander Hill, Mark LaBorde, Marann Langlois, Ethan Moskow, John Ritzel, Antonio Stevens, Sophie Sullivan.
  • New Windsor:  Jacqueline Hernandez, Geovanni Villalon Conejo.
  • Olivebridge:  John Kurz, Chasity Wilber.
  • Port Jervis:  Justin Morgan.
  • Red Hook:  Jenna Coddington.
  • Ruby:  Bre-ann Versace-Amoresano.
  • Saugerties:  Cameron Bark, Joann Bathrick, Dudley Fyffe, Crystal Gerace, Jackson Hindes, Santosh Magar, Riley Merritt, John Monaghan, Nicole Moorhus, Theodore Morrow, Ava Salem, Kerstyn Shultis, Evan Sullivan, Kasey Thomas, Derek White.
  • Shandaken:  Samantha Berryann.
  • Staatsburg:  Damien Hurn.
  • Stone Ridge:  Felicia Legge, Margaret Priest.
  • Tillson:  Logan Volk.
  • Tivoli:  Jessica Perry.
  • Ulster Park:  Colin Secore.
  • Walden:  Trysta Riggins.
  • Wallkill:  Daniel Matthews, Aidan McCartney, Jermaine Page, Malvin Rivas, Willie Smith.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Alexandria Natonio.
  • West Hurley:  Julia Flamenhaft, Stella Trent.
  • Woodstock:  Joandino Celedon, Greta Gottardello, Sonny Luchmee.
  • Wurtsboro:  Caroline Duran.
  • Wynantskill:  Brian Chapple. 

Part-Time Dean’s List

A total of 47 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Kevin R. Stoner, Vice-President for Academic Affairs, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is at least 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The part-time Spring 2022 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Daniel Milov.
  • Clintondale:  Lukas Magee.
  • Cuddebackville:  Amber Martine.
  • East Greenbush:  Heather DeRosa.
  • Ellenville:  Ireland Travis.
  • Highland:  Riya Shenoy.
  • Hurley:  Murphy-Kate Longendyke.
  • Kerhonkson:  Jessica Broekema, Laura Heath.
  • Kingston:  Shaina Blas, Tracy-Ann Daley, Colleen Ferry, Angelica Hall, Mason Mac Isaac, Juan Neri-Ramos, Catherine Ray.
  • Lake Katrine:  Olivia Hoben, Krystal Schlanger.
  • Massapequa Park:  Jack Murphy.
  • Modena:  Kyle Merritt, Georgia Sprauer.
  • Monroe:  Thomas Gomez.
  • Monticello:  Scott Brett.
  • Napanoch:  Ashley McQuillan.
  • New Paltz:  Mallory Fromm, Cynthia Glynn-Dindial, Jeremy Warg, Abraham Wiedenkeller.
  • Newburgh:  Aliza Astacio, Mya Mills.
  • Pine Bush:  Brianna Eagan.
  • Port Jervis:  Natalie Hayes.
  • Red Hook:  Kelly Schloemer.
  • Rosendale:  Drebra Sterling.
  • Saugerties:  Noah Doyne, Jarod Ferran, Goldie Gayne, Sierra Ovel.
  • Shandaken:  Isabelle Helm.
  • Shokan:  Asher Mapstone.
  • Stone Ridge:  Liam Rosakranse.
  • Ulster Park:  Aneesa Pettway.
  • Wallkill:  Mark Crowder, Carlos Graves, Antonio Morales, Joseph Patterson.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Yanire Mozzone-Wickers.

Spring Open House Returns to Campus May 7, 2022

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April 22, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster will hold its Spring Open House in person on the Stone Ridge campus on Saturday, May 7, 2022 beginning at 9 a.m. Prospective and accepted students and their families are invited to register to attend this informative and fun event.

Attendees will be able to learn more about SUNY Ulster’s programs, athletics, student support services, campus life, and more. Also available will be a financial literacy workshop to get insight on making college affordable, a career & transfer exploration workshop, a classroom experience in Business and Entrepreneurship, and a student-led hands-on workshop on navigating the SUNY Ulster student portal.

 Student Admissions Ambassadors will lead campus tours and SUNY Ulster’s Business Club and Student Government Organization have arranged for food trucks on campus.

Prospective students will be able to get help applying to SUNY Ulster and are encouraged to schedule a future one-on-one session with an Enrollment & Success Counselor for guidance through the entire admissions process.

Accepted students will be able to schedule an advisement and registration appointment to complete their fall schedule.

Registration for Open House is required and can be completed by visiting https://conta.cc/3CO11TN and questions can be directed to (845) 687-5022 or esc@sunyulster.edu.

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SUNY Ulster Earns Gold Military Friendly® School Designation

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March 23, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster announced today that it has earned the Gold 2022-2023 Military Friendly ® School designation. Military Friendly® is the designation that measures a school’s commitment to veteran and veteran dependent recruitment, retention, and advancement.

Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2022-2023 survey with 665 earning special awards for going above the standard.

Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by Viqtory with input from the Military Friendly® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher education and military recruitment community. Final ratings were determined by combining the institution’s survey scores with the assessment of the institution’s ability to meet thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer), and Loan Default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.

“SUNY Ulster’s veteran students and their dependents benefit from a broad array of College-wide support as they work toward a degree including a veterans service coordinator on campus who provides ongoing help navigating the application process for benefits, a Battle Buddy Center on campus which provides a quiet place for veterans and veteran family students to connect and work, and a Military Affiliated Community (MAC) Club,” cited Dr. Alan P. Roberts, President of SUNY Ulster.

Manuel Torres, SUNY Ulster’s Veterans Service Coordinator, says, “We work one on one with veterans to maximize the use of benefits to ensure they are able to reach their desired goal. We also work with outside agencies to address any problem our veterans may encounter, from homelessness to mental health issues.  By providing the necessary resources we maximize veterans’ chances for success.”

“Schools who achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, going over and above that standard,” reports Kayla Lopez, National Director of Military Partnerships, Military Friendly®.

Interested veterans and their families can learn more about SUNY Ulster’s military veteran opportunities by contacting Manny Torres at torresm@sunyulster.edu or (845) 688-6003.

 

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